Dozens of protesters in downtown Miami gathered at the Torch of Friendship on Friday, calling out Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for its actions in Florida. The crowd chanted slogans such as "Say it loud, say it clear, ICE is not welcome here!" to convey their strong opposition.
As the demonstrators marched through the area, many carried signs that read "Abolish ICE enforcement" and wore shirts with bold statements against the agency's presence in the state. Their message echoed a nationwide wave of protests that have been taking place across the country.
The protesters' demands were simple: they wanted ICE agents to leave Florida. Activists at the event described their actions as a show of solidarity, with many feeling an overwhelming sense of frustration and anger towards the agency's policies.
The protest is part of a growing movement to hold the government accountable for its treatment of migrants and asylum seekers. With more rallies planned throughout the state over the weekend, it seems unlikely that ICE will be able to remain a silent presence in Miami anytime soon.
As the demonstrators marched through the area, many carried signs that read "Abolish ICE enforcement" and wore shirts with bold statements against the agency's presence in the state. Their message echoed a nationwide wave of protests that have been taking place across the country.
The protesters' demands were simple: they wanted ICE agents to leave Florida. Activists at the event described their actions as a show of solidarity, with many feeling an overwhelming sense of frustration and anger towards the agency's policies.
The protest is part of a growing movement to hold the government accountable for its treatment of migrants and asylum seekers. With more rallies planned throughout the state over the weekend, it seems unlikely that ICE will be able to remain a silent presence in Miami anytime soon.